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HP Serial Interface KVM Cat. 5 cable DB-9 to RJ-45

HP

HP Serial Interface KVM Cat. 5 Cable DB-9 to RJ-45

SKU CH-63RQ-CCJWK

Connects HP ProLiant servers and blade systems to KVM switches via a DB-9 serial to RJ-45 Category 5 cable

  • Cable categoryCategory 5
  • First connector1 × 9-pin DB-9 RS-232 Serial
  • Second connector1 x RJ-45
  • Product typeCategory 5
  • Connect HP serial consoles to Cat 5 KVM switches via DB-9 to RJ-45
  • Category 5 cable carries serial KVM signals over standard twisted-pair wiring
  • Direct replacement cable for HP ProLiant DL, ML and BL servers listed
  • Single 9-pin DB-9 RS-232 to RJ-45 assembly simplifies rack cabling
  • Supplied as a single new HP-branded unit ready for installation

HP Serial KVM Cable — DB-9 to RJ-45

This HP Category 5 cable bridges a 9-pin DB-9 RS-232 serial port to an RJ-45 connector for KVM console access. It is built for administrators managing compatible ProLiant servers and blade systems that require a direct serial link to a KVM switch or console server. The single-cable design reduces clutter in dense rack environments.

Sustained signal integrity over Cat 5 wiring

Category 5 construction maintains reliable serial communication across the cable length during extended management sessions. The straight-through pin mapping preserves RS-232 signalling without active conversion, so latency stays consistent whether the session lasts minutes or hours. Shielded twisted pairs help reject electromagnetic interference common in equipment racks.

Replaces proprietary KVM dongles for listed

The cable substitutes vendor-specific serial-to-RJ-45 adapters for the ProLiant BL, DL and ML series listed in the compatibility data, plus the 5642 rack solution and Switch Console Server appliances. The upgrade is worthwhile when a standardised Cat 5 patch infrastructure already exists, letting operators reuse existing patch panels and cable runs instead of hunting for legacy dongles.

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameHP
Product typeCategory 5
Connectivity
Cable categoryCategory 5
Ports & slots
First connector1 × 9-pin DB-9 RS-232 Serial
Second connector1 x RJ-45

Questions about this item

Does the DB-9 to RJ-45 cable generate heat or noise when connected to a server console all day?

The cable is a passive Category 5 link with no active electronics, so it produces no heat and no audible noise during continuous use.

What equipment must I already have for the HP Serial Interface KVM cable to function?

You need a compatible HP ProLiant or Blade server from the listed DL, ML, BL or NAS models, plus a KVM console switch or console server that accepts an RJ-45 serial connection.

Will this cable work with an older ProLiant DL380 G4 that I still run?

Yes, the DL380 G4 is explicitly listed in the compatibility table, so the DB-9 to RJ-45 cable will connect its serial console port to a KVM switch.

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